Dr. Ruth Alisha Hill by profession is an educational leader, teacher, author, and coach. Dr. Ruth currently serves the students, educators, and families of school districts nationwide as the Director of School Support at #CharacterStrong. Prior to taking on this role, she served the students and staff of Gwinnett County Public Schools as the Director of Social Emotional Learning. During her tenure in GCPS, she also served as an Effectiveness Coordinator in the office of Human Resources and as a Staff Development Coordinator. Dr. Ruth is an experienced educator, who has a diverse background working in rural, urban, secondary, and post-secondary school settings. For over 22 years, she has played a key role in student leadership, teacher mentoring, culturally responsive teaching and educational equity. Having served as a teacher, Academy Leader, Adjunct Professor, Literacy Coordinator, and Director of Programs, Dr. Ruth leverages her on-the-ground experience in advancing student engagement and educator effectiveness. She presents research and facilitates learning focused on coaching, student agency, academic effort, psychological safety, culturally responsive teaching and equity, wellness, and social and emotional learning. She utilizes her diverse background to share her knowledge, experience, and ideas. Connect with her via social media @iAMDrRuth or YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/c/DrRuthAlishaHill.